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Capacity Volume Measurement Worksheet

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Capacity Volume Measurement Worksheet

Measuring containers and volume illustration

📚 Part 1: Key Terms and Conversions

1. Define the following terms in your own words:

Capacity: ________________________________________________

Volume: ________________________________________________

2. Convert between litres and millilitres:

a) 2.5 litres = _________ mL

b) 1800 mL = _________ litres

c) 0.75 litres = _________ mL

d) 3250 mL = _________ litres

3. Choose the most appropriate unit to measure the capacity of each item. Circle either mL or litres.

Swimming pool capacity:

mL
litres

Medicine dose:

mL
litres

Water bottle:

mL
litres

Car fuel tank:

mL
litres

🔍 Part 2: Estimation and Problem Solving

4. Estimate the capacity of these common containers:

a) Coffee mug: _________ mL

b) Kitchen sink: _________ litres

c) Milk carton: _________ mL

d) Bathtub: _________ litres

5. Calculate the volume of water needed:

A rectangular fish tank measures 60 cm long, 30 cm wide, and 40 cm high.

Volume = _________ cm³ = _________ litres

6. Problem solving:

Sarah fills 8 glasses from a 2-litre jug. Each glass holds 180 mL. How much water is left in the jug?

Answer: _________ mL

💭 Part 3: Reflection and Real-World Applications

7. Why is it important to measure capacity and volume accurately in real life? Give two examples.
8. You are planning a party for 25 people. Each person will drink approximately 400 mL of juice. How many 1.5-litre bottles should you buy?

Answer: _________ bottles

9. Reflection: What was the most challenging part about estimating volumes today? How could you improve your estimation skills?

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